Pediculus humanus capitis

Translingual

Proper noun

Pediculus humanus capitis m

  1. A taxonomic subspecies within the family Pediculidae – head louse.

Usage notes

  • Many taxonomists do not believe that head lice are different from body lice and thus don't accept the subspecies.

References

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